Don Henley to headline Christus gala

CHRISTUS Health Foundation - Southeast Texas has announced that Don Henley will headline the 33rd Annual Gala, set for April 20, 2013, at the Beaumont Civic Center.

The night of the event, the foundation along with Gala Chairs Susanne and Robert Birdwell, M.D., will pay tribute to the Mamie McFaddin Ward Heritage Foundation and its trustees because, according to event organizers, "The McFaddin Family has been long time supporters of world class health care services close to home through projects such as recent renovations to the Mamie McFaddin Ward Cancer Center at CHRISTUS Hospital –St. Elizabeth."

The black tie benefit provides an opportunity for an intimate evening of entertainment starting with cocktails at 7 p.m. followed by a gourmet meal at 8, all leading to Don Henley’s performance at 9:30. Tables for eight start at $3,000. Seating is limited and expected to sell out fast. To learn more or to receive a personalized invitation, call (409) 899-7555. For more information about the foundation or to reserve a table for the event, visit www.christushealthfoundation.org.

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